ATLANTA – Governments in several areas have started to ease quarantine orders, according to a recent ECIA survey. However, conflict between governments, citizens and businesses has resulted in some localized turbulence. A sense of urgency to reopen the economy continues to build, and additional funding has been approved after the initial round of funding to support businesses, especially small businesses, was exhausted quickly.

BUCHS, SWITZERLAND – On Apr. 30, Variosystems acquired Solve Engineering for an undisclosed sum.

VEJLE, DENMARK – EMS firm GPV reported first quarter revenue was €91 million (US$98.3 million), down 6% year-over-year.

ATLANTA – All electronic component manufacturer representatives have seen their business disrupted to some degree by Covid-19, according to a new ECIA survey. Some 90% of members expect serious to severe impact on their business during the next two to three months.